Concerts, back to school bash, Hot August Nights and more: Events happening in Carson City and beyond this weekend
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Sat, 07/29/2023 - 10:52am
Happy Saturday, Carson City! Let's check out what this weekend holds:
Carson City:
- Saturday, July 29
Carson City:
Levitt Amp concert series returns to Carson City's Brewery Arts Center all summer long
Las Chikas July 29
Las Chikas is comprised of some of the most talented female musicians in Southern California. Salsa never looked so good in the City of Angels, a melting pot of cultures and ethnicity come together to give birth to a multicultural female band that sets the stage on fire! Starting from humble beginnings in restaurants and clubs, Las Chikas have impressed and captivated audiences throughout California, including the San Jose Jazz Festival, LACMA/ Levitt Pavilion Los Angeles, and WeHo Summer Sounds.
Opening act: So Conocimiento
Free Carson City Historical Society East Side Tour happening this Saturday
The Carson City Historical Society announces a free Carson City Historical Society East Side Tour on Saturday, July 29, 2023, starting at 10 a.m. This will be similar to the tour that was offered June 24.
Carson City’s Messy Kids Art School hosts Back-to-School Kick Off
Kids and grown ups alike will enjoy local vendors including Lambchop and Schnooks, Lazy Littles Closet, Carson Valley Kids, CAAST-Learning Center, Feel Good Foods, and a back to school photo booth will be provided by the Art of Life Photography.
Carson High Football Hall of Fame Dinner celebrates more than 20 years of tradition
Get ready for an unforgettable evening as the Carson High Football Hall of Fame Dinner returns to Fuji Park's Fuji Hall on July 29. This highly anticipated event has been a cherished tradition for over two decades, celebrating the rich history and outstanding achievements of Carson High School's football program.
Garderville:
‘Cowboy Challenge’ fundraiser, family fun day to raise money for Douglas Mounted Posse
On July 29, the Douglas County Sheriff’s Mounted Posse will host a "Cowboy Challenge:" an obstacle course challenge and family fun day.
Virginia City
Hot August Nights kicks off 36th year in historic Virginia City this Friday and Saturday
Historic Virginia City rumbles with 400 classic cars this weekend, Friday, July 28 and Saturday, July 29, as Hot August Nights kicks off its 36th year.
Carson Pass
Geology Hike to Frog Lake at Carson Pass this Saturday
The Eldorado National Forest Interpretative Association will offer a free Geology hike on Saturday, July 29th, at 10:30 AM which starts at the Carson Pass Information Station on HWY 88.
Lake Tahoe:
Classical Tahoe: Calm Seas and Prosperous Voyage
The 2023 Classical Tahoe festival presents four weeks of outdoor orchestra, chamber music, and jazz concerts in stunning settings on Lake Tahoe’s North Shore. Join us at the Pavilion on the campus of the University of Nevada, Reno at Lake Tahoe to hear 70 virtuoso musicians from the top orchestras in the country for a festival of concerts and events for music lovers of all ages.
League to Save Lake Tahoe offers 'Eyes on the Lake' training July 29
Join the League to Save Lake Tahoe for a free 'Eyes on the Lake training' session happening July 29. This training is open to the public, all ages welcome.
- Sunday, July 30
Carson City:
Silk Marbling Workshop by Pietro Accardi at Nevada Artists Association July 30
Please join Professional Marbler, Pietro Accardi as he shares his Marbling skills.
Carson Pass:
Carson Pass Devil's Ladder historical hike happening this Sunday
The Eldorado National Forest Interpretative Association (ENFIA) will offer a free Devil's Ladder hike on Sunday, July 30, at 10 a.m. which starts at the Carson Pass Information Station on Highway 88.
Lake Tahoe
Classical Tahoe: Family Concert & Music Makers Faire
Light your child’s imagination and share in the joy of music at our Family day, in partnership with the Terry Lee Wells Nevada Discovery Museum, with hands-on art creation and one-on-one interaction with Classical Tahoe orchestra musicians.
Classical Tahoe: Love, Murder, and the Violin
The 2023 Classical Tahoe festival presents four weeks of outdoor orchestra, chamber music, and jazz concerts in stunning settings on Lake Tahoe’s North Shore. Join us at the Pavilion on the campus of the University of Nevada, Reno at Lake Tahoe to hear 70 virtuoso musicians from the top orchestras in the country for a festival of concerts and events for music lovers of all ages.
- Ongoing
Family Fun Fridays come to Mills Park all July long with Movies in the Park and Food Truck Fridays
Movies in the Park is back this summer beginning July 7 thanks to Garrett Lepire, who has been hosting the free family fun event for several seasons in partnership with Carson City Classic Cinema Club, Carson City Parks and Recreation, and more!
This year, get ready for the new addition of Food Truck Fridays, which will take place alongside the movie in Mills Park.
Plastic Musings' art exhibition featured at Carson City Courthouse Gallery
Samuel Osheroff, artistically inspired by the chaos and beauty of the manufactured world, brings a variety of media together to express his ideas in his paintings.
The Capital City Arts Initiative’s exhibition, "Plastic Musings", presents Samuel Osheroff’s mixed media compositions at the Carson City Courthouse Gallery from June 1 to Sept. 28, 2023. CCAI will host a reception for the artist on Wednesday, June 7, 5:00 - 6:30pm with the artist introduction at 5:30pm.
Learn Dayton’s best kept historical secrets at the Dayton Museum
Do you want to know the historic town of Dayton’s best kept secrets? Dayton Museum opened for the season on March 4 at the town’s 1865 schoolhouse at 135 Shady Lane. The museum promotes the discovery of the culture, the tools used by the pioneers, their lifestyles and names of many who settled in Dayton 174 years ago.
Levitt Amp concert series returns to Carson City's Brewery Arts Center all summer long
The Levitt Amp Concert Series returns to Carson City beginning June 17 at the Brewery Arts Center under new leadership.
Head on down to the Brewery Art Center's Exhibition Hall now through Sept. 17 to visit the "Seed of the Movement" art history display.
Ronnie Rector’s show, "All Things Watercolor", will be in the Community Center’s Crowell Board Room, from July 10 through October 19, 2023. CCAI will host a reception for the artist on Tuesday, July 18, 5:00 – 6:30PM with an artist introduction at 5:30PM.
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